About this event
Our focus for this Fellows Forum is The Future. We’ll be exploring how you can capitalise on future trends and the choices you can make in your speaking business to stay ahead.
Here are some of the benefits you’ll get on the day:
Why Are They Ghosting Me? Interactive Keynote from Alan Berg, CSP, Global Speaking Fellow
Do you get frustrated when people you’ve developed a positive relationship with go quiet? Ghosting is a term to describe this increasingly common phenomenon and the subject of Alan’s latest book. As a result of this this interactive keynote, you’ll know how to reduce ghosting and get more replies from your prospects and current customers.
Future Facing: Panel Discussion
Predicting and capitalising on future trends is a must for forward-thinking speakers, facilitators, trainers and coaches. This discussion brings together some of the best minds in futurism to answer the biggest questions we’re asking ourselves about how to be ready, willing and able for the future ahead. Hear from Graeme Codrington, Julie Holmes and Scott McArthur, with expert facilitation from Alan Stevens
Note that this will be a hybrid event so you also have the option of attending on Zoom.
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Keynote speakers
Ruby Newell-Legner, CSP®, has delivered over 4,000 presentations across 26 countries, empowering leaders and teams to elevate service standards. Her company, 7 Star Service, draws inspiration from Dubai’s iconic Burj Al Arab, the world’s only 7-star hotel. As President of the Global Speakers Federation and past President of the National Speakers Association-USA (2015-16), Ruby has spent 3 decades transforming service cultures in 1,695 venues worldwide. She’s a Top 30 Global Guru in Customer Service and received NSA’s highest honor, The Cavett Award, in 2022.
Alan Berg has spent over 25 years in sales, marketing, and leadership—helping businesses of all sizes close more deals and grow faster. Named one of LinkedIn’s “Top 100 Speakers To Watch in 2025” (alongside Tony Robbins and Gary Vee), Alan is one of only 44 Global Speaking Fellows in the world, a Certified Speaking Professional™, and a proud Fellow of the Professional Speaking Association here in the UK and Ireland.
Alan’s sales background spans industries—he’s sold advertising, cars (ranked top 50 in the U.S. for Chrysler), burglar alarms, and even booked gigs for a rock band. He’s been a magazine publisher, a VP of Sales, and now consults with companies around the world, primarily on the business of weddings and events.
He’s presented at the PSAUKI Speaking Business Summit’s Fellows Day, the Global Speaking Summit, and multiple times for the National Speakers Association (NSA), both at chapter events and the Influence conference.
He’s also the host of the Wedding Business Solutions Podcast, with over 275,000 downloads, and the author of 13 books on sales and communication, including Shut Up and Sell More of Just About Anything, Stop Selling and Help Them Buy Just About Anything, and Why Are They Ghosting Me?
Alan has spoken in 14 countries—five in Spanish and one in French (both self-taught)—and brings a global perspective with practical, actionable ideas delivered in a conversational style, with just the right dose of humour.
Alan Stevens (The Media Coach) is a distinguished communication expert, Conference Speaker, and Fellow of the Professional Speakers Association. As a Past President of the Global Speakers Federation, he has extensive experience in personal branding and media relations. Alan is also a renowned author, with several influential books on communication, enhancing public speaking and media presence.
Graeme Codrington is a futurist, author, and keynote speaker with over 20 years of experience. As a founding partner of TomorrowToday Global, he specializes in future trends and disruptive innovation. Graeme engages audiences with practical insights and strategies, and has authored five best-selling books, consulting globally with Fortune 500 companies.
Scott McArthur is a strategic business leader with extensive experience in digital transformation and technology innovation. As a forward-thinking consultant, he excels in guiding organizations through complex digital landscapes and driving growth. Scott’s expertise includes strategy development, operational efficiency, and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance business performance.
Julie Holmes is a seasoned business consultant specialising in digital transformation and organisational growth. With extensive experience in strategy development and change management, Julie helps companies navigate complex challenges and implement innovative solutions. Her expertise in driving digital initiatives and enhancing business performance makes her a valuable asset to any organisation.
Event agenda
The venue
De Vere Cotswold Water Park
Lake 6,South Cerney
Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 5FP De Vere Cotswold Water Park
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